Class 1 Driver (RO-RO)

Driver Hire; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Newbury is expanding its team and seeking an experienced Class 1 Driver with RO-RO experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a successful operation, ensuring timely collection and delivery of waste bins while maintaining communication with management. Interested candidates should apply via email with their CV to explore this promising career opportunity.

Benefits

Training available

Opportunities for advancement within the company

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience with Class C+E licence required.
• RO-RO (Wagon & Drag) experience is essential.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver RO-RO bins between clients and operational sites.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and paperwork handling.
• Maintain cleanliness of the cab and communicate with management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Presentation

Fluent English

Education

Class C+E Driving Licence

Drivers CPC Licence

Tools

Digital Tacho card

Job description

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We are working with our client in Newbury, who are one of the leading processors and recyclers of WEEE waste in the UK. Through the expertise of their people and the investment in technology, they promote and deliver a sustainable solution for the recycling of WEEE. Established for over 35 years, they have major contracts with local authorities, utility companies and businesses alike.

As a result of their continuous business growth, they are looking to expand their team and recruit an experienced Class 1 Driver, with RO-RO experience. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in the career and join a well-established and successful team.

Hours:

• 06:00 to 16:00 (46.25 hours per week)
• Monday to Friday – Weekend working also available with prior notice

Duties

• Collect and deliver RO-RO bins, travelling between our clients and our 3 operational sites.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• To complete all paperwork in a timely manner
• Parking of all vehicles at the end of everyday
• Making sure the cab of your lorry is always clean and tidy.
• Keep in regular contact with the transport manager, yard managers and weighbridge operators at each site.

Attributes and Experience

• Class C+E Driving Licence (Minimum 2 years)
• Must hold a Drivers CPC Licence, along with a Digital Tacho card.
• RO-RO (Wagon & Drag) experience essential for this role.
• You must have good problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing, is essential.
• You will also have an excellent phone manner.
• You must always look presentable as the role is customer facing.
• Fluent English is required.

Training available, and great opportunities within the company await the right candidate.

Please apply by email to with a copy of your CV.

For further information, please contact us on 01256 585952

Please note, that due to the number of applications, if you do not hear from us within 7 days, then please assume that you have been unsuccessful in this role.